What is Important to Know about Cell Phone Violations in NJ?

If you've been charged with using a cell phone in the car, it's important to note that the violation penalties have changed very recently. For a first offense of using that cell phone not hands-free, you are facing a penalty of between $200 and $400. For a second offense, you are facing a penalty of between $400 and $600. And for a third offense, you are facing a penalty of between $600 and $800, but more importantly, your license can be suspended for up to 90 days, and it is a 3-point ticket if it is your third or more violation. So it is important that if you are charged with this offense to contact an attorney to help represent you.